General
The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is shaping up to be one of the most powerful flagship smartphones expected in 2026. Tipped to feature a cutting-edge processor and a top-tier camera system, the device has already been the subject of several leaks and rumours revealing details about its expected specifications, features, pricing and launch timeline. Here’s a look at everything known so far.
General Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra price in India, launch timeline
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to launch in India with a starting price of around Rs 1,59,999 for the base variant featuring 12GB RAM and 256GB internal storage. While Samsung has not officially confirmed the launch date, the smartphone is likely to debut towards the end of January or in the first week of February, in line with the company’s usual flagship release schedule, according to a TimesNow report.
General Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra specifications, camera and design
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is rumoured to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, paired with 12GB RAM and 256GB of storage. It could feature a large 6.9-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 3,000 nits of peak brightness. The handset is also expected to pack a 5,000mAh battery with support for at least 45W fast charging.
In terms of design, the smartphone is likely to retain several elements from its predecessor, though leaks suggest Samsung may introduce a camera island design instead of the floating camera layout, along with a slimmer chassis.
On the photography front, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is tipped to feature a quad rear camera setup, including a 200MP primary sensor with optical image stabilisation (OIS), a 50MP periscope telephoto lens, a 10MP telephoto lens, and a 50MP ultra-wide camera. For selfies and video calls, the device could sport a 12MP front-facing camera.